"The way of progress is neither swift nor easy"

Marie Curie

Modern society is at a crossroads.

With technology revolutionising the job market and the internet reshaping people’s lives, it is a time of challenges and opportunities. Today, researchers are expected to utilize technology and information to further their scientific research, to communicate it effectively to the public, and to realise its potential in the market. At the same time, researchers face the risk of becoming overwhelmed by the diversity of information.

The MCAA General Assembly, which will be held in Vienna, Austria, will address these issues with next years’ core theme being - ‘Research and Innovation beyond the Information Age’.

Are you ready to embrace the future and discuss the role of research in society?

Join us for a range of keynotes and training sessions aimed at addressing the evolving research environment - from how to write proposals for individual fellowships and European Research Council grants, to starting an entrepreneurship venture, and transitioning from academia to industry.

Explore new career paths, discover the opportunities of industry 5.0, and network with international researchers and innovators.

Venue

Vienna is the federal capital and largest city in Austria, it being one of nine states in Austria. Vienna is Austria's primary city and is host to many major international organisations, including the United Nations and OPEC. The city is located in the eastern part of Austria and is close to the borders of the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary.

The University of Vienna is a public university located in Vienna, Austria. It was founded by Duke Rudolph IV in 1365 and is one of the oldest universities in the German-speaking world. With its long and rich history, the University of Vienna has developed into one of the largest universities in Europe, and also one of the most renowned, especially in the Humanities. It is associated with 15 Nobel prize winners and has been the academic home to a large number of scholars of historical as well as of academic importance.

REGISTRATION

Registration is now open for the 6th MCAA General Assembly and Annual Conference 2019.

As an MCAA Member, the General Assembly and Annual Conference in Vienna is free. If not logged in, please use the option below “Register with your MCAA account”.

For non-members, register by 10th January 2019 to benefit from our ‘early bird’ rates. Please use the option below “Complete the registration form”.

Terms and Conditions

Registration includes:

MCAA Members will have access to the General Assembly (morning 24th February). Non-members will be able to attend Annual Conference, from 11.00am (24th February). The Annual Conference includes the welcome ceremony, keynote speakers, parallel sessions, posters, access to exhibitors, daytime refreshments and lunch on both days.

Conference bag, name tag and program

Registration fee does not include dinner or refreshments for the optional social evening activities, additional fees will apply (more details will follow).

Cancellation and refund policy: Paid registrations (non-MCAA members) cancelled until the 7th January have a cancellation fee of 20€. After this date, no refund will be performed. Participants are recommended to have a travel insurance.

Visa: It is the responsibility of each individual to take care of all travel arrangements, including VISA, if required. The MCAA is not responsible for any arrangements to obtain VISA for participants and cannot be held responsible in case participants are not able to attend due to VISA issues. In case you need an invitation letter for your VISA process, please contact mcaa.support@inovamais.eu

Personal data: Personal data provided in the registration form will be used exclusively for the purposes of the organisation of the MCAA General Assembly and Annual Conference 2019. For more information, please consult the MCAA Events privacy policy

VENUE & TRANSPORT

Venue

The University of Vienna was founded by Duke Rudolph IV in 1365. Being one of the oldest universities in the German-speaking world, it is associated with 15 Nobel prize winners and the academic home to a large number of scholars of historical and academic importance. The following maps provide further details to assit you in getting to/from the University (maps courtesy of Universität Wien).

There are a number of rail travel options, to get you to Vienna, with connections across Europe.

ÖBB (Austrian Federal Railways), provide affordable tickets for both National and European travel, advance booking of up to six months (from travel date) can be made.

A selection of ‘Sparschiene’ tickets are available for the Night-train, which enables tickets for standard seat, couchette or sleeper carriages. A select number of routes allow for cars and motorcycles to be transported on the night-train.

The following companies operate rail services and connections to Vienna:

Straßenbahn (trams) are the most frequent form of transport in Vienna, with 29 tram lines. The newer Niederflur trams (replacing the “old” style ones), are lower, so more ‘passenger friendly’ for those using a pram or wheelchair.

Fast catamarans ‘Twin City Liner’ travel between Schwedenplatz (Vienna’s Old City) and Slovakia’s capital Bratislava up to five times a day. Taking up to 75 minutes, passengers with disabilities are catered for as well as those travelling with dogs and bicycles, all in air conditioned environment.

Walking is a great way to see and move around the city. Whether you’re familiar with Vienna or a first time visitor, pedestrians can wander short and longer distances in a city that promotes walking journeys. A footpath map provides information from the smallest side street to major thoroughfares.

Vienna offers many options for those choosing to travel by two wheels. The city offers facilities for those using their own bikes or those wishing to rent one, with provisions for parking at all major travel hubs. You will need to check with transport systems allow bicycles to be transported on their network such as U-Bahn(subway) and the S-Bahn (city train).

The Danube bike path(from Germany through Austria to Hungary) and (encircles Vienna's old city) offer cyclists the opportunity to explore in and around the historic city of Vienna.

Nightline (weekdays): Subways, night buses and ASTAX on nights, followed by a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday. Not all bus stations are shown.

Nighline (weekends): Subways, night buses and ASTAX on nights, followed by a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday. Not all bus stations are shown.

Nighline (all stations and lines) : All Nightline lines and stations on a schematic city map

(maps copyright Wiener Linien)

Further information on public transport Fares and Tickets is available here.

ABSTRACTS & POSTER INFORMATION

More information coming soon!

PARTNERING

Established by the EC in 2012, the Marie Curie Alumni Association (MCAA) is today a thriving organization, with 11,000+ members and growing. These are all current or past beneficiaries of a Marie Curie research grant, working and living across five continents.
MCAA members are among the best researchers in the world. They are mobile, industry experienced and well trained in different fields including life sciences, physical sciences, engineering, humanities, economics and many other areas.
To keep this community thriving, and making the most of the opportunities presented by our global network, the MCAA has geographic chapters and issue specific working groups. It also holds its Annual Conference/General Assembly each year. At these events, members meet in person, talk to peers and industry, exchange knowledge, and make the most of this incredible network.
The 2019 event will take place in the University of Vienna, Austria, on the 24th and 25th of February. Dating from 1365, the University is one of the oldest in the German-speaking world. With its long and rich history, the University of Vienna is associated with 15 Nobel prize winners and offers a structure and visibility tailored to the vibrant network of the MCAA.